Your E-Rate Funding with a Trusted Technology Partner
Lockstep simplifies the process and delivers long-term value for Category 2 (including MIBS)!
Leveraging E-Rate with Lockstep Technology Group
With over a decade of experience, Lockstep Technology Group provides vendor-agnostic, scalable solutions designed for compliance, cybersecurity*, and long-term value.
Highlights
Lockstep delivers secure, scalable, and compliant technology solutions tailored for schools and libraries. Our E-Rate expertise ensures you receive future-proof designs and vendor-agnostic support that meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges.
- Category 2 expertise
- MIBS-ready services
- Vendor-agnostic solutions
- Scalable, future-proof designs
- Cybersecurity* & infrastructure compliance
- Vendor-agnostic solutions
- Scalable, future-proof designs
Understanding MIBS
Lockstep helps districts leverage MIBS to elevate their networks, enhance security*, and reduce operational stress. In this overview, we decode the latest updates, share real-world success stories, and show how to build a MIBS strategy that pays off.
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Lockstep has helped districts across the country leverage MIBS to elevate their networks, and reduce operational stress. In this overview, we decode the latest updates, and show how to build a MIBS strategy that pays off.
Highlights
- What qualifies under MIBS in FY2025
- How to plan for scalable, supportable networks
- The role of Lockstep’s managed services
Welcome to Lockstep Connect: Your Self-Service Tech Hub
Lockstep Connect brings all your E-Rate project tools together in one place, giving you instant access to dashboards, tickets, billing, and more to streamline your workflow.
Feature Highlights

Dashboard
Real-time insights into your account

Tickets
Submit & track support requests

Orders & Invoices
See all billing in one place

Assets
Monitor and manage your IT footprint

User Admin
Control access across your team

Coming Soon
Deep analytics & reporting tools
Our E-Rate Success Stories/Testimonials
“Lockstep helped us rebuild our network infrastructure through E-Rate without the headaches. Their team walked us through every form, deadline, and decision.”
Georgia School DistrictCTO
“With Lockstep’s help, we secured MIBS funding and now have a support model that actually works for our small IT team.”
Rural SC DistrictTech Director
Helpful Links and Resources
Lockstep helps schools and libraries maximize their technology budgets through the federal E-Rate program, which provides discounts on internet access, networking equipment, and related services. Our team guides institutions through every step, from application to implementation, to ensure reliable, connected learning environments.
Featured Links
Explore essential E-Rate resources curated to help schools and libraries stay informed, compliant, and prepared throughout the funding cycle below
Let’s Talk About Your E-Rate Strategy
Ready to simplify the process, build a plan that maximizes funding, and get the support you deserve?